Celebrations underway to mark centenary of Catholic education

CELEBRATIONS have already begun to mark a centenary of Catholic education in Port Macquarie.

In 2013 the St Agnes Parish is celebrating 100 years of faith-based education and making meaningful contributions to the community.

A number of events are planned throughout the year.

A centenary book will be published this month to commemorate the occasion.

The book will feature all of the schools throughout the parish, including St Joseph’s Family Services.

The publication has been painstakingly researched and assembled, and will provide a comprehensive history of Catholic education in St Agnes’ Parish, complete with photos and stories.

A mid-winter occasion unlike any other will be held in June.

The Centenary Ball will be at Port Macquarie Panthers on June 15.

Guests will be regaled with tales from across the years by a number of speakers.

Pieces of memorabilia will also be on display throughout the three course meal, and the subsequent dance is certain to involve revellers of all ages. The most immediate event will be this Friday’s Back to Old School Bash at Newman Senior Technical College.

Ex students and employers will be given a unique opportunity to have a look behind the scenes at the school.